Winter Holidays

A winter Holidays can be very varied with activities like husky safaris, reindeer sledding, snowshoe walking, snowmobiling, cross country and downhill skiing as well as overnight stays in one of the Arctic Snow Hotels or a traditional Sami tent – llavo. If travelling to Northern Norway, Finnish and Swedish Lapland or Iceland you also have a great chance of seeing the elusive Northern Lights. Winter Holidays are about enjoying a nice, cosy time with friends, family or solo with a combination of relaxation by the fireplace and activities that diverts your mind from the busy everyday life we lead.

For a short break in the winter we can also suggest the Baltic capitals – Riga and Tallinn where Christmas Markets are taking place annually from the last week of November until the first week in January, The Nordic cities of Reykjavik, Oslo, Stockholm, Copenhagen and Helsinki that can't promise snow but can guarantee you a city visit surrounded by stylish Christmas Decoration, Fireworks en masse for New Year or simply beautiful Architecture in all Cities to enjoy with Shopping, being cultural, enjoying Gourmet Food, take time to look around you, maybe go Skating to enjoy the Winter as much as possible.

Holiday Packages

This tour visits the Arctic capital, Tromso, and includes a breathtaking cruise along the Norwegian coast, a night at the Ice Hotel in Alta, Snowmobile Safari and the chance to see the stunning Northern Lights, an experience of a lifetime.

Take the time and use the ideal space to enjoy inner harmony, practice energising movement and take away pure radiance from this 4 nights' spa break at the Amber Spa Boutique Hotel in the Latvian resort town of Jurmala.

Experience Finland in the winter time by combining a city break in Helsinki and a winter break at the ski centre Messilä, popular amongst the locals for its down-hill skiing and splendid scenery. Messilä can easily be reached by train, and offers many outdoor activities for the whole family, yourself, or friends.

This Norwegian fjord cruise will have you spending six nights traveling north from Bergen, all the way to Kirkenes, before returning to the south. Calling at 34 ports along the way, you will get to know the very best of the dramatic Norwegian coastline. Relax and enjoy the stunning scenery and a great range of excursions during this Hurtigruten cruise.

Copenhagen is a very popular city to visit summer and winter. Nestled between Germany and the North it has significance for trade from many years ago. Copenhagen is an easy city to visit as most attractions are within 1 sqm. You can commute by foot, bus, train or as the Danes do it - by bike.

Copenhagen is buzzing cultural, hip and artistic with shopping, worlds class culinary experiences, a big ecological awareness and have sights of huge variety, including the statue of the Little Mermaid.

Ever considered to explore what the times were like as in the Game of Thrones? Now you have the chance, visit Iceland and go see the settings where the Series were staged and enjoy the atmosphere of fascinating Iceland with breath taking nature as you have never seen before. This was the second time the Game of Thrones crew filmed in Iceland so they knew what they could expect.

Helsinki is an outstanding Northern city, with amazing architecture and top Scandinavian design in everything from clothing to furniture and accessories. Brands like Alvar Alto, Iittala and Marimekko comes to your mind immediately. Helsinki is worth a visit in the summer as well as in the winter, as the city surrounded by water has lots to offer in terms of shopping, culinary experiences (such as reindeer), art and design, and boattours to mention a few.

This Westfjords and South Iceland winter self-drive allows you to explore all the natural sights of Iceland such as the Golden Circle with UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall and Geysir but also volcanoes, Vik Lava Fields, numerous waterfalls and mountains combined with the creative and relaxed pace of life in the capital, Reykjavik and days in the Westfjords Borgarfjordur Valley.

Finnish Lapland is a true winter wonderland. You will start your holiday in Levi, Finland's biggest ski resort, where you can enjoy 2 days of skiing. The second part of your tour will take place in Harriniva Holiday Centre, a family run business established in 1973. It provides cosy accommodation and unforgettable husky and snowmobile safari programs. Lapland Northern Lights are also astonishing to watch.

Winter darkness is an ideal setting to see the magnificent Northern Lights dancing in the sky in Finnish Lapland. After an active day outdoors, there's nothing better than to relax at the hotel, try traditional Lappish cuisine and the Finnish sauna. The amazing Lapland Northern Lights will be something to treasure forever.

On this digital detoxing holiday you’ll have full focus on yourself, nature and wellbeing! Live at an ancient Reindeer Farm dating back to 1847 and enjoy the atmosphere of a small resort with Lapland Northern Lights on top.

Please note that NO phones, computers, Ipads and other electronic equipment is allowed. There is no WI-FI available!

Welcome to the Capital of Denmark! In this charming city one thousand years of royal history awaits you in the medieval streets; the same streets walked on by every generation of the world's oldest royal family, the same streets and canals which have inspired artists for centuries and been home and workplace to meticulous craftsmen and famous designers. Sights of interests are The Royal Palace Amalienborg, Rosenborg Castle, The Little Mermaid statue and The Tivoli Garden.

On this authentic Icelandic holiday, you explore the diversity of the Icelandic countryside alongside a tailored programme to catch a glimpe of the Northern Lights. Explore striking landscapes, young lava fields, roaring waterfalls, deep fjords, majestic glacial ice-caps, black lava sand beaches, basalt formation, volcanoes, hot springs in moonlike surroundings, iceberg lagoons and more. We travel to North, East and South Iceland in pursuit of the awe-inspiring and mesmerising Northern Lights.

Experience the best of Iceland’s winter! Our Northern Lights Exploration Tour is designed to maximise the chances of seeing the elusive Northern Lights. In addition to 7 nights' accommodation with breakfast, the programme includes our special six night Northern Lights Academy – with 6 evenings of presentations, lectures and guided tours at spots likely to offer a glimpse of the Aurora Borealis – the Northern Lights.

The Northern Lights are one of nature’s greatest displays: a mysterious, multi-coloured show in which the night sky is suddenly lit up with a wondrous glow that twists and swirls like a heavenly lava lamp. Elusive and ethereal, it is one of the great, timeless thrills of travel; a beautiful, shifting dance of nocturnal rainbows that many viewers find a humbling and spiritually uplifting experience.

This Northern Lights Norway holiday gives you the chance to experience the Northern Lights in the North Norway with guided Northern Lights chases every night. On this spectacular winter holiday you will also experience the Norwegian Sami people and their reindeer, Whale Safari, Dog Sledding and hiking in the breathtaking nature of Ådalen. Ådalen is located north of the Arctic Circle, one of the best locations for seeing the Aurora Borealis.

Take a memorable short break to Tromso, the centre of study for the Northern Lights. Tromso is the gateway to the Arctic, and the starting point of many historic North Pole expeditions. Tromso is home to one of Norway's major universities and a centre of culture and development, nestled between blue Fjords and snow covered mountains. You will participate in our Northern Lights Chase in search for the Aurora Borealis.

Iceland is the perfect place to enjoy a winter trip full of adventure, icy landscapes, glaciers, volcanoes and the chance to see the elusive Northern Lights. This unique island in the North Atlantic has extensive volcanic and geothermal activity. Geologically speaking, Iceland is one of the youngest countries in the world since it only began to rise from the North Atlantic seabed about 25 million years ago. It is the product of ongoing volcanic eruptions.

Travel to the top of the World, Kirkenes, Norway, for an unforgettable adventure in the Arctic. This trip is packed with winter activities such as a Dog sledding and snow mobile safaris, ice fishing for some of the world’s largest King Crabs, admiring the Northern Lights and spending a night at the unique Snow Hotel.

Finnish Lapland is a true winter wonderland. A big layer of fluffy white snow covers the landscape and makes trees, lakes, and plains sparkle in the sunlight. This adventure tour will take you to this paradise and give you the opportunity to experience the powdery snow first hand.

Riga is an ideal city break destination. It boasts a remarkable legacy of Gothic, Baroque and Classical architecture, not to mention the biggest collection of Art Nouveau or 'Jugendstil' architecture in the world. The old town, dating back to 1201, has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Its narrow, cobblestone streets wind through beautifully restored buildings and historic passageways within the fortress walls.

Few cities can offer so many stunning attractions and intriguing moods as St. Petersburg - City of the Tsars. Created by Peter the Great in 1703 to be his "Window on Europe", St Petersburg combines its fascinating Russian heritage with a distinctly European outlook. Considered the cultural heart of modern day Russia, St. Petersburg is rapidly regaining its reputation as one of the Great Cities of Europe.

Stay at the elegant Hotel Angleterre 4* or Astoria 5* for four nights, but pay only for three. Both hotels are located next door to each other on St Isaac's Square, making them ideal for exploring the city. The hotels were opened in 1912, and combine modern comfort with classic Russian design.

Stockholm is a fantastic Northern city, worth visiting summer and winter: just dress for the weather. The city boasts attractions situated within a very short distance so you can easily walk or cycle and see the King's Castle near the Old Town. Stockholm has amazing views of the waterside from many locations. The architecture, art, culture and Now-Nordic gourmet on offer is truly outstanding. In the summer the Midnight Sun or in the winter go skating in the city centre.

This holiday combines a stay in the charming capital Stockholm, followed by an overnight train journey up North where you have the opportunity to enjoy an Arctic experience at Sweden's famous Ice Hotel. An absolutely outstanding experience people of all ages.

Glamping, also known as glamous camping is a new global trend of camping, where the tent has already been pitched, the bonfire has been lit and your sleepingbag has been rolled out for you. On this Aurora Safari in Swedish Lapland glamorous camping winter holiday you will enjoy an abundance of outdoor activities such as snow shoeing, snow mobiling, husky safari, Ice Breaker cruise and maybe with the company of the Northern Lights and overnight in a traditional Lavvu tent and the famous Tree Hotel.

Vilnius is a picturesque city on the banks of the rivers Neris and Vilnia, and the architecture within the Old Town is some of Eastern Europe’s finest. Narrow streets and passages will have you disappear into a world of flower-decorated courtyards, churches and museums in no time. Cathedral Square is the heart of the city from where you can see the castle on top of Gediminas Hill.

Warsaw is an extraordinary city where western and eastern cultures meet. Historic buildings, palaces and churches destroyed during the War have been reconstructed with great care, but traces of its heroic past can still be seen. The city features a splendid Old Town, with Market Square, St. John's Cathedral, the Barbican and Castle Square.

Relax and unwind at the unique Hotel Kalevala, situated on the shores of Lake Lammasjärvi in Eastern Finland, close to the Russian border. During your stay you will enjoy winter activities such as husky safaris and snowmobiles, and experience a real Finnish sauna.

Why not spend a memorable Christmas in snowy Lapland? The Arctic atmosphere provides an enchanting backdrop for this magical time of year. Hotel Kalevala in Kajaani offers an authentic Christmas feeling – with a landscape of snow, Finnish Christmas traditions, and traditional Christmas cuisine.

Spend an unforgettable New Year in Kuhmo, with its breathtaking scenery and beautiful landscape, cherished by Finns and international visitors alike. Here you will find many exciting winter activities to try such as snowshoeing, ice-fishing, husky, reindeer or snowmobile safaris, and of course skiing.

The Baltic Beach Weight Loss Programme offers a well-planned one week sea side spa break that combines a wide range of treatments and massages along with a supervised fitness programme to help you achieve your goal.

This self drive holdiay takes you from the Latvian capital of Riga to the shores of the Baltic Sea. Cross the border in to Lithuania for a stop in the sea side resort town of Palanga, before heading to the famous natural landmark, the Curonian Spit.

Jurmala, Latvia - 4 StarsJurmala Spa is a modern hotel located on Jomas Street (the pedestrian shopping street of Jurmala), only 200 meters from the sea. The hotel features a roof top bar with fantastic sea views and an excellent spa, beauty centre and gym.

Jurmala, Latvia - 4 StarsEnjoy a relaxing spa break at the Hotel Jurmala Spa and take advantage of the carefully selected, high quality spa treatments. Our package offers one extensive spa treatment per day. Combined with the saunas, pools and fresh sea air, you should feel refreshed after your stay.

Moscow is a dynamic city of contrasts, with fabulous architecture alongside historical churches. It offers designer shops, leafy parks, great restaurants and a wealth of art and culture. It is one of the oldest Russian cities, and is situated on the banks of the Moskva River in the European part of Russia. Moscow is also well known as the site of Saint Basil's Cathedral, with its elegant onion domes, as well as the Cathedral of Christ the Savior and many others.

This winter holiday features an overnight stay in the Ice Hotel near Lillehammer. Spend time exploring Lillehammer the home of the 1994 Winter Olympics and also the home of one of the best ski resorts in Norway. You will also spend a full day at the Hunderfossen Family Park. The last days of your holiday are spent enjoying the buzzing metropolis life of Norway's capital, Oslo which boasts with an abundance of museums, parks, shops, cafés and leisure activities for the whole family.

The Reykjavik winter fun package is filled with sightseeing programs and activities, with a lot of things to see and do in a short period of time. Explore Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, walk around the world-famous Geysir hot spring area, visit the magnificent Gullfoss waterfall and enjoy the excitement of Northern Lights hunting.

Isn’t it time to experience something unusual, something different, something very exotic? Go to Iceland for this activity weekend and make things happen for you! Walk on ice near wild volcanoes, enjoy a lobster soup under the Northern lights (weather dependant), go 4x4 river crossing, travel through Europe’s only desert and go wild with the Vikings.

Geilo has attracted tourists for over 100 years. It is a charming, traditional Norwegian mountain village located 800 meters above sea level. The resort offers a wide range of winter holiday activities, such as downhill skiing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, ice skating and more.

What about a weekend full of action - walking on ice close to the famous Eyjafjallajökull glacier, an awesome ATV adventure, exploring a lava cave, snowmobiling on one of Europe’s largest glaciers and bathing in the mineral rich waters of the Blue Lagoon? Explore many of Iceland’s most beautiful natural sights on this tour.

Combine an exciting city break with an eventful cruise onboard the luxurious vessels of Tallink Silja. The city break destinations of Tallink Silja - Riga, Stockholm, Helsinki and Tallinn - all have their own special charm and offer different interesting activities, happenings, sights and shopping alternatives.

Combine Krakow's sightseeing, boutiques and Viennese style café culture with authentic winter fun in the nearby mountain resort of Zakopane. In Zakopane you will enjoy the beautiful backdrop the snowcapped mountains, down hill skiing, cross country skiing, snowboarding and for families travelling, there are many activities for the whole family to participate in.

The Experience Russia Tour is a well-organized group tour, which allows you to visit the highlights of Russia’s present and former capitals, as well as one of its most ancient cities. Highlights are guided tours in Moscow, Veliky Novgorod and St Petersburg, where you will enjoy a the classic selection of cultural, architectural and historical gems of Russia.

Have you already been through all possible combinations of short programs in Finnish Lapland? Are you still hungry for new experiences in the middle of the Lappish Fell scenery? Then this is the program for you! A snowmobile safari will take you further north to Kilpisjärvi, where the local people gather in spring time to enjoy the magnificent fell scenery under the sun.

Gdansk is the Polish maritime capital with a population nearing half a million. Located on the Bay of Gdansk and the southern coast of the Baltic Sea, the city is a thousand years old. Take a stroll along the main thoroughfare, Dluga Street, stop at the Neptune fountain, the symbol of Gdansk, or take a boat tour to explore the bay of Gdansk.

For centuries Krakow was the capital city of Poland. It no longer plays such an important administrative role, but for many people, thanks to its rich history, Krakow represents a synthesis of old and new. The unique atmosphere of the beautiful and mysterious streets of the Old Town will allow you to escape from everyday life.

During periods of winter, Lapland presents itself as sparkling clean white snowscapes with the glowing northern lights dancing through the dark skies. The silent and snowy nature can be reached on skis or snowshoes, in a sleigh pulled by huskies or reindeer, or for those after some real speed, one alternative is snowmobiling.

This tour starts in Helsinki, the trendy capital of Finland, and takes you North to Kemi, where you have the opportunity for a Cruise on an Icebreaker, where you can experience the realities of Arctic life with ice. Kemi is known as the "city of snow", and is a seaport town close to the Arctic Circle. Continue further North to Lapland, for some Arctic fun in Rovaniemi.

Reykjavik is an inviting and intriguing city. The Icelandic capital is surrounded by a fairytale-like countryside of volcanos, geysers and waterfalls which add to the amount of activities offered to visitors incl. seeing Northern Lights or the Midnight Sun.

Enjoy a shoppingtrip in Reykjavik, going through nifty crafts shops along with Nordic designer stores. A trip to the Blue Lagoon, The Pearl, Videy Island and Whale Watching are some of the must-dos as well.

This short getaway tour to Iceland gives you an insight to Iceland's nature and cultural life. Highlights are Golden Circle, South Coast Adventure, Blue Lagoon, Skogar Folk Museum with traditional turf houses and Northern Lights Chase. You will enjoy 2 nights in Iceland's capital and 2 nights in a country hotel in South Iceland that is ideal for the search of the Northern Lights. With our Land of Northern Lights holiday you get excellent value for money.

This is a Moscow City Break with a difference. You will see the major sights of the Russian capital, whilst gaining an insight into the history of space exploration. The Star City was created in 1960, 30 km from Moscow, and has trained over four hundred space travellers from more than 30 countries, and you will have the amazing opportunity to vist this town.

Experience the best that Iceland’s nature has to offer and find yourself being an adventurer and an explorer during the fascinating Nordic wintertime. The hot springs, spouting geysers, powerful waterfalls, glittering glaciers, black lava beaches, soothing Blue Lagoon and dancing Northern Lights are all great reasons for visiting Iceland in the winter.

St. Petersburg Sightseeing is a city break that includes direct flights on British Airways, transfers, four nights of accommodation, and guided tours to the major sights - the Hermitage, Peter and Paul Fortress and Catherine's Palace.

The Journey retraces one of the most important trading routes of ancient civilisation, and follows in the footsteps of legendary figures such as Alexander the Great and Marco Polo. We travel an enormous total of 6,800 miles across 5 countries and 6 time zones, through areas only accessible by train. A spectacular journey of discovery awaits along the classic Silk Road.

Enjoy Finnish winter at its best on our Winter Wonderland holiday at the Hotel Kalevala, located deep in central Finland. This tour includes outdoor activities – husky and snowmobile safaris along the Taiga forest, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing - as well as some free time to relax in saunas.

Druskininkai, Lithuania - 4 StarsOur Druskininkai Spa Break package "Long Weekend" offers a wide range of relaxing spa treatments at Hotel Spa Vilnius SANA, located in Druskininkai, the picturesque southern region of Lithuania Druskininkai has been a spa destination for over 150 years, because of the mineral rich springs and muds found in the area.

Iceland in a Nutshell is the perfect way to get acquanited with the spectactular nature of the island over a long weekend. Stay in charming Reykjavik and take daily excursions to the Blue Lagoon and some of the world's most amazing geysers and waterfalls.

Celebrate the New Year in Riga with accommodation in a 5 star Hotel Radisson BLU Ridzene located short walk from the Old Town and New Year’s Gala at a Riga city restaurant. Festive season offers beautiful lights, Christmas Markets, skating rinks, concerts and splendid fireworks at the Freedom Monument on New Year’s Eve!

Enjoy a delightful New Year’s break to charming Tallinn, where the Old Town is transformed into a festive market place. Stay at the classy Hotel von Stackelberg 4*, enjoy seasonal concerts, wonderful dining, and a charming holiday atmosphere.

The Riga Christmas Market offers the perfect pre-Christmas shopping destination with the opportunity to find local handicrafts, such as wooden carvings, wrought iron ornaments, knitwear and glassware, while enjoying Latvian food and drink. Father Christmas makes sure to visit and childrens' choirs singing Latvian Christmas carols add to the festivities. Staying at the 5* Radisson Blu Ridzene you are sure to be taken care of with one of the highest levels of hospitality in all of Riga.

Enjoy a delightful winter break to charming Tallinn, where the Old Town is transformed into a festive market place. Stay in a cosy Old Town hotel, enjoy seasonal concerts, wonderful dining, and a charming holiday atmosphere.

This is a magical journey from Vladivostok to Moscow, at the time of year when the world around you has been frozen in time. From the warmth of your luxurious train, you can enjoy the icy scenery whilst you feast in the dining car, or listen to some traditional Russian music in the piano bar.

In December, Helsinki is brightened up by the many Christmas lights in the streets and shop window displays. Aleksanterinkatu, the main shopping street of the city centre, is an elaborately-decorated and illuminated Joulukatu ("Christmas Street"), opened by Santa Claus himself on the 23rd November. The Christmas Market in Helsinki is a truely unique experience for children as well as grown-ups.

New Year's Eve in Iceland is celebrated with a bang! The sky at midnight lights up with fireworks as the Icelanders enjoy the celebrations. New Year's Eve is enjoyed at the exclusive revolving Perlan Restaurant, which is situated above the geothermal hot water tanks and offers some of the best views of Reykjavik. At Midnight, we meet up with the locals to wish each other a happy New Year around one of the numerous bonfires lit all over the city.

This tour provides an opportunity for a comprehensive Arctic holiday. Your tour starts in Tromso, a great place to see the Northern Lights. Your journey continues by Hurtigruten, the famous Norwegian coastal cruise line, to Kirkenes where you will stay overnight in the Snow Hotel. On the route you will also stop at the North Cape.

Get the best of both worlds in Latvia by combining a city break in Riga with a relaxing country holiday. Explore the Old Town of Riga on foot, taking in the fabulous architecture and trendy shops and restaurants.

Combine a Riga city break with a relaxing stay at the seaside resort town of Jurmala. Enjoy the buzz of city life in Riga, before heading for the white sandy beaches and fresh pine forest air of Jurmala.

This self drive holiday in Lithuania provides an opporuntiy to visit some of the country's most beautiful national parks and historic cities and towns. Follow our suggested itinerary or choose your own route.

Sopot, Poland - 5 StarsEnjoy a lavish and elegant spa holiday at the five star Grand Hotel Sopot. The hotel's seaside location and high quality spa treatments provide a great base for a relaxing holiday. You will find the seaside resot town of Sopot charming, with its cafes, shops, restaurants and nearby sandy beaches.

This self drive holiday gives you an excellent introduction to the charming Baltic capitals of Riga and Tallinn and takes you on a route along the Baltic coast with a stop in Estonias sea side resort town Parnu.

Visit some of Latvia and Estonia's finest estates and enjoy the flexibility of a fly - drive holiday. If you are interested in a bit of culture and history about the Baltics, then this is the holiday for you.

Take in the beautiful city of Saint Petersburg, graced by festive decorations and nature's own wintry adornments, before exploring deep into the Russian and Norwegian Arctic Circle in pursuit of the awe-inspiring Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights) and returning to the magnificent capital of Moscow.